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Macdonald, Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
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Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
MacDonald's 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon is absolutely gorgeous. In this vintage, the Cabernet is especially savory and mineral-driven. Graphite, smoke, plums, crème de cassis, lavender and rose petal notes are all laced together. The MacDonald Cabernet is usually inky and super-concentrated, but the 2014 is a wine built on restraint and nuance. According to Graeme MacDonald the vines were severely stressed in 2014, the third year of the drought cycle, but learned to be more efficient with the resources they had at their disposal. This a highly promising 2014 from the MacDonald brothers.
About the Producer
Macdonald Vineyard, nestled in the historic Oakville benchlands of Napa Valley, has a rich legacy tied to To-Kalon wines, known for their exceptional quality. The Macdonald family replanted vines in 1954, with their grapes becoming essential to Robert Mondavi's Reserve and Opus One bottlings. As fourth-generation grape-growers, they practice organic farming to preserve the land's integrity and biodiversity. The vineyard's rocky, well-drained soils enhance the unique character of their Cabernet Sauvignon, one of the oldest plantings in the region, ensuring each bottle reflects their heritage and commitment to excellence.
